Tekmar has announced over 200 miles (328km) of 66KV inter-array cables have been successfully installed on Dogger Bank A.
The operation, which saw cables laid by DEME Offshore’s Viking Neptun vessel and buried by the Living Stone, represents a key advancement in constructing the world’s largest offshore wind farm.
This network of 95 cables, some stretching up to 8.6 miles, links Dogger Bank A’s 95 Haliade-X 13MW turbines to the offshore converter station.
From there, electricity is converted to direct current and transmitted to the onshore converter station via an advanced HVDC system.
The successful installation followed extensive underwater surveys to secure a clear cable laying corridor.
Tekmar Energy provided the essential cable protection systems (CPS).
These systems are crucial for shielding the inter-array cables from physical damage, ensuring their reliability and longevity.
Tekmar Energy’s innovative CPS technology is fundamental in maintaining the integrity of these cables during installation and throughout their operational life, the company said.
Furthermore, Tekmar Group business unit RYDER supported the dynamic analysis and geotechnical design for the project.
This technical analysis and design work ensured that the cables were optimally installed and protected, taking into account the challenging offshore conditions, Tekmar added.
The wires were manufactured by Hellenic Cables under a contract with DEME Offshore.
Marc Bell, managing director at Tekmar Energy, said: “We are incredibly proud to support the Dogger Bank Wind Farm with our advanced cable protection systems.
“This project showcases our commitment to innovation and excellence in the offshore wind sector. The successful completion of this phase is a testament to our strong partnership and collaborative effort.”